Educational Programs
Maryhill Museum Education Programs
Throughout the March 15 to November 15 season, Maryhill offers a wide range of related educational programming. These educational opportunities are open to artists, educators, astronomy & dance lovers as well as the general public and local community. Highlights include the Summer Institute, Starry Night at the Museum and a scarecrow making workshop.
We also offer K-12 School Tours
Current Education Program Calendar
March 2024
2024 Teachers as Artists: The Way I See It
Maryhill Museum of Art presents Teachers as Artists: A partnership with Washington (WAEA) and Oregon (OAEA) Art Educators Association, March 15 – April 17, 2024. The theme of this year’s show is The Way I See It This annual juried exhibition provides an opportunity for dedicated art educators in Washington and Oregon to showcase their […]
Teachers as Artists Reception
Maryhill Museum of Art presents Teachers as Artists, A partnership with Washington (WAEA) and Oregon (OAEA) Art Educators Associations, March 15 – April 17, 2024. The theme of this year’s show is The Way I See It. Join us for the opening reception of Teachers As Artists: The Way I See It. This annual juried exhibition provides […]
Wa’paas basket weaving class with Chestina Dominguez
Chestina Dominguez’s soothing voice brings a sense of calm through her teaching. Her mission is to connect and strengthen communities through basketmaking. Chestina uses contemporary materials to create baskets using the ancient techniques of her ancestors. This class is free of charge and held on the last Saturday of the month. 10:00am – Noon in […]
April 2024
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
International ‘Slow Art Day’
Join Curator of Education, Sorcha Meek Paul, in a lively discussion while looking closely at two paintings in our collection. Slow art requires the viewer to slow down and take the time to really look and delve deeply. Looking creates dialogue which then reveals details, understanding, and life-long skills for looking at and connecting with […]
May 2024
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
Volunteer Tea
Afternoon tea is served in teapots, cups and saucers, tablecloths & petite fours. This gathering in the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Education Center is for our volunteers to get to know each other, make new acquaintances, form new friendships & meet the Executive Director.
June 2024
Student Show: Portraits Across Borders
This show highlights the art and language arts of Goldendale High School, WA. and Crook Co. Middle School, OR. The show will include both 2D portraits and portraits through poetry!
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
One Day Workshop: Painting the Night Sky II (with Laurel Bushman)
Painting the Night Sky II (with Laurel Bushman) June 29th 1:00 to 4:00p.m. This class will guide you through the galaxies using abstract techniques to paint colorful nebulas surrounded by a sea of stars. Hood River, OR. & Scottsdale, AZ. artist Laurel Bushman will expand your imagination and techniques using NASA approved deep space photography […]
2024 Starry Night at the Museum
Camp out on Maryhill’s beautiful Great Lawn and get ready for a truly special and unique evening. The museum will stay open until 7pm for event participants. Storyteller Will Hornyak and Astronomer Troy Carpenter will educate and entertain as the evening events proceed. Rose City Astronomers will set up telescopes and give you incredible views […]
July 2024
An Installation of the Late Artist, D.E. May (1952-2019)
“Dan May spent his entire life in Salem, Oregon traveling beyond just a few times ever. He drew inspiration right at home from the sight of logs on trucks, a tree’s rings, workmen’s tools, farm buildings, and the collegiality of a corner bar. He was an outsider artist but not naïve. He had a broad […]
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